Three reasons technical writers should switch to social media writing

This entry written by Ivan Welsh from the blog DMN Communications gives three key reasons why technical writers should switch to social media writing to adapt to the changing technological environment.

What is Technical Communications?

This article gives an overview of the field and different positions available within, as well as an overview of the best approaches and expectations to have in the developing TC job market. 

Improving work in Technical Documentation jobs

A German professor's take on the need for streamlining writing in technical communication and documentation jobs.

Best Careers 2011: Technical Writer

According to Rick Newman of U.S. News & World Report, demand for Technical Writers will continue to grow over the next decade.

Technical Writing | A Dying Field?

A blog post from HelpScribe, an influential technical writing blog written by Craig Haiss, argues that technical writing is a dying field, at least in its traditional sense.

The jobs that won't go away: Reinventing ourselves as technical communicators

In this 2009 blog post, Larry Kunz argues that technical communicators must broaden their skill sets and be able to reinvent themselves as newer technologies impact the field.